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Hayley Crosby at Foster + Partners, Hayley Crosby, Head of Design and Technology at Stockport Grammar School, spent four inspiring days inside one of the world’s most renowned architectural practices as part of the ‘Teachers in Residence’ scheme. Her placement took place at Foster + Partners in London. The experience deepened her understanding of industry practice and opened new opportunities for her students. Discovering the Opportunity Hayley first connected with Foster + Partners when she contacted the practice to enquire about possible school visits. The team mentioned the ‘Teachers in Residence’ programme run by the D&T...
Three-Day Intensive D&T Training for Non-Specialists, Published by: Stephanie Antoniades, Marketing & Digital Content Assistant Recently, I had the privilege of attending a remarkable course hosted by the Design & Technology Association, the "Three-day Intensive D&T Training for Non-Specialists." As a new team member, I was particularly curious to gain firsthand knowledge about the courses we run, and this one specifically aimed at non-specialists, seemed like the perfect opportunity to dive in. What I experienced over those three days was not just a learning journey, but an inspiring exploration of the world of design and technology. ...
Latest Issue of D&T Practice Magazine is Out Now, Latest Issue of D&T Practice Magazine is Out Now! The first issue of D&T Practice for 2025 has just been released with exciting articles and inspiration to kick off the year. Here’s what you’ll find in this edition: Message from the CEO: Insights to start the year on the right foot. Young Women Leading the Way: Celebrate our award winners! D&T Mark: Explore the self-review framework. Inspired by Industry: Discover exciting new contexts for teaching. Supporting SEND: Learn about a new resource...
Hands-On D&T with the James Dyson Foundation, We were proud to partner once again with the James Dyson Foundation to deliver a fully funded national CPD day at their campus in Malmesbury. Teachers from across the UK travelled far and wide to attend the session, immersing themselves in a full day of practical hands-on activities, expert insights, and inspiration. Led by Ryan Ball, our Director of Education, the day focused on developing problem-solving, creativity, and innovation. Participants explored a wide range of tasks designed to boost classroom practice, including: Gamification: Using game design to...
From classroom to community: How design and technology inspired Algeria’s first skate shop, When LSBU graduate Muhammed Amin Boussetou first visited Algeria, he was struck by the fact that the country, the largest in Africa by land size, had no skate shops at all. That realisation later became the inspiration for DZ Skateboards, Algeria’s first ever skate shop. The idea grew while Muhammed was studying product design at university. At the same time, Algeria opened its first skate park, which gave him the confidence to launch the business. With family roots in Algeria, the project held personal significance...
Design with a Cause: The Washing Machine Project - real-world design for real impact, A problem that sparks imagination For millions around the world, washing clothes by hand is a daily burden, sometimes taking up to 20 hours a week. The Washing Machine Project tackles this challenge head-on with a simple but life-changing idea: a low-cost, portable, hand-operated washing machine designed for communities without reliable power or running water. The project was inspired by engineer Nav Sawhney’s time volunteering in southern India. He witnessed firsthand the exhausting reality faced by his neighbour Divya, who spent hours...
Arts University Bournemouth Open Days, Arts University Bournemouth (AUB) is opening its doors this autumn to welcome prospective students for a series of Open Days designed to showcase life at one of the UK’s leading creative universities. Running from 09:00 to 15:00, each Open Day offers visitors the chance to experience first-hand what it means to be part of the AUB community. From talks with lecturers and Q&A sessions with current students, to hands-on creative workshops, guided campus tours and behind-the-scenes glimpses of AUB’s specialist facilities, the events provide an invaluable introduction to life at the university. ...
Thinking outside the box - Using D&T to solve real-world problems, At St Mary’s College in Crosby, design & technology is about more than making products. Led by Ben Swan, Head of D&T, students develop practical problem-solving skills and innovative thinking to tackle real-world challenges. A striking example was Upper Sixth student Emily Jones, whose bus shelter design for Mersey Travel was recognised with a Design & Technology Association Excellence Award in 2024. Emily’s project went beyond functionality, focusing on community engagement and sustainability. Design with purpose Emily included a digital screen where passengers...
Exploring RAF technical careers in D&T, This National Apprenticeship Week, we’re highlighting how D&T teachers can bring engineering careers to life in their classrooms. While students enjoy hands-on practical work, their understanding of engineering roles can often remain narrow. Introducing them to the variety of technical careers within the RAF—from mechanical and electrical to digital systems—helps students see how the skills and knowledge developed in D&T are applied in real operational settings. Many students mistakenly view engineering as a single career path, rather than a diverse field requiring different skills, knowledge and approaches. By showing the range of...
Inspiring innovation – intellectual property in design, The Association has been working with the Intellectual Property Office to develop this set of free resources helping teachers and students to understand the implications of IP in product design. The resources consist of five PowerPoint classroom teaching presentations and associated materials that schools can use and adapt, in which the students develop their ideas and realise the importance of securing the intellectual property. These can be used as a kit to allow schools to deliver this in a ‘business day’ in which students’ innovative design ideas, produced using...
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